Water System Report IL

Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County

EPA ID: IL1195180 · 138 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 138 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

138
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$114K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$57,851
Median Household Income
30,036
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County serves a community with a median household income of $57,851 and an estimated 30,036 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Madison County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

71 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.002 ppt, PFOS: 0.014 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County (EPA ID: IL1195180) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 138 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 62002 in Alton.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County (IL1195180) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County serve?

Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County serves approximately 138 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
73
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 138
Reported to Illinois

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County serve?
Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County serves approximately 138 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County's water source?
Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County's service area?
The Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County service area has a median household income of $57,851. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County get its water?
Oak Grove Mhp - Madison County's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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